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Bond Grant : Contents

Qualifications

To qualify for a Bond Grant a client must:

  • meet the residency qualifications
  • meet the income and assets limits
  • be considered to be likely get and keep the accommodation if assistance is granted
  • be entering a tenancy that the Residential Tenancies Act 1986 applies to, that requires a bond payment or
  • be an existing tenant who is required to pay an extra bond payment when they:
    • are renewing their tenancy agreement or
    • have an increase in rent

While a client may qualify, the approval of a Bond Grant is discretionary and should be considered according to each client's specific situation and need.

Legislation

Accommodation for Housing Support Products means the premises that a client occupies or intends to occupy as a home for the purpose of accommodation.

A premises is considered accommodation regardless of whether or not the Residential Tenancies Act 1986 applies, but does not include the following: